June 15 – June 20, 2025

Calling all bird nerds! Come immerse yourself in a week of all things avian: bird biology, evolution, nesting behavior, songs, migration, conservation, and identification. You will learn in the field from some of the most respected bird experts in the country. Throughout the week you will visit both mainland and coastal habitats including offshore islands, spruce woods, lush grasslands, marshes, and sphagnum bogs in search of coastal Maine’s diverse community of nesting birds. 

You'll learn in the woods and on the water—experiencing the dawn chorus with experts in bird song recording at your side; helping a bird bander ring colorful warblers; discussing avian coloniality in the midst of thousands of raucous terns. Workshops and evening sessions will provide a solid foundation on the principles of ornithological science. You'll come home with amazing memories, new friends, and a much greater understanding of bird biology and ecology. 

Please note that this session runs concurrently with Coastal Maine Bird Studies for Teens. You will overlap with the teen campers during meals and evening programs, which makes for a wonderful opportunity for sharing the joys of birding across different ages! 

Director: Scott Weidensaul
Instructors: TBA 

Pricing: $1725 

The base registration fee includes meals, housing, instruction, and all field trips. This price is based on a standard shared room (with 2 twin beds) a shared bathroom. A limited number of upgraded accommodations are available for an additional cost. Two upgrade options are a single room for solo travelers or a room with a private bath for two people traveling together. There are no single rooms with private bathrooms available. Please see our lodging page for more information.  

Participants must arrange their own transportation to and from the Audubon dock in Bremen at the start and end of the session. Please see our transportation page for more information.  

There are several different scholarship opportunities available to help participants attend Hog Island sessions! Please see our scholarships page for more information about Hog Island Scholarships. You should also check with your local Audubon chapter or bird club for additional opportunities. 

Requirements: There are no prerequisites for this program! Birders of all skill levels are welcome as are less experienced/enthusiastic partners, friends, or family. 

"The whole atmosphere of the camp was perfect. Serious about learning more about birding and birds, but fun and informative. I'd do it again in a heartbeat." - Lottie, kindergarten teacher, Missouri

Read the Jan/Feb 2016 Bird Watcher's Digest article to learn more about Field Ornithology

Registration:

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER (coming soon)

NOTE: Audubon reserves the right to alter itineraries, instructors and particular arrangements, or to substitute similar itineraries or arrangements, at no penalty. If Audubon cancels a session, it will issue full refunds of all deposits or payments to the paid participants.